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From Jerusalem, rare ancient Roman bone spindle whorl engraved with two running animals Throughout history, in almost every ancient culture, the spindle whorl has been a common domestic object. Elegant and abstract, these little objects were used to weight wool while it was being spun into thread. Known to most every civilization, these charming weights were often buried as a grave gift with their owners Spindle whorls are still used today in parts of Eastern Europe and the Middle East.Dated from, 200 - 300 AD Diameter: 4 cm Condition: Intact as foundFound in Israel and come with a certificate of authenticity ALL ITEMS THAT WE OFFER FOR SALE COME WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY
Antiquities
Ancient Roman
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